Dr. S.S. Sidhu
Experience: Over 34 Years
SSB Heart And Multispecialty Hospital
Faridabad, India
Introduction
Dr. S.S. Sidhu is the Head and Chief Cardiac Surgeon at SSB Hospital, and his area of speciality is performing complex heart and lung surgeries. He has helped numerous patients on the difficult journey to recovery from severe heart failure and vascular diseases for over 34 years. He is highly respected for his surgical abilities, particularly in redo-bypass surgeries where a very steady hand is required.
About Dr. S.S. Sidhu
Dr. S.S. Sidhu is a holder of the MCh in Cardiothoracic Surgery from AFMC Pune, which is a top-tier medical achievement in India. He is a big supporter of “beating heart” surgery techniques. This means that when he operates on a patient, his main aim is to perform bypass surgery without stopping the heart, which reduces the risk of complications. This is a life-changing approach for the patient as it ensures a safer procedure and a much faster recovery time compared to traditional methods.
He has a lot of experience in total arterial revascularisation and treating the long-term effects of pulmonary tuberculosis. He works with a team of other experts in the field of cardiac sciences. Together with the team, he is a very active person in the medical field. He is always on the lookout for the latest and best way of treating his patients.
Qualifications
- MBBS (AFMC, Pune).
- MS (General Surgery, AFMC).
- MCh (Cardiothoracic Surgery, AFMC).
- DNB (General Surgery).
Awards & Recognition
- Head & Chief Cardiac Surgeon at SSB Hospital.
- Former Professor and Head of CTVS at Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi.
- Recognised for outstanding service in the Armed Forces Medical Services.
- Examiner for MCh Cardiothoracic Surgery at AIIMS, New Delhi.
- Expert Member for the National Consultation on Tissue Donor Guidelines.
Specialities & Expertise
- Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass (Beating Heart Surgery)
- Total Arterial Coronary Revascularisation
- Redo Cardiac and Valve Surgeries
- Aortic Root and Ascending Aorta Surgery
- Pulmonary Endarterectomy and Vascular Surgery
Patient Experience & Approach
Many people see Dr. S.S. Sidhu as an honest and calm doctor. He knows that getting heart surgery is a huge shock to the patient. So, he explains the process of the surgery without using scary or technical terms. In addition, he explains the process of getting well to the patient and the family.